We need to take advantage of the vast sums of investment that are currently not being utilized which could help transform the UK agri sector. It is time we went to see the oil-rich states such as Qatar and ask them to invest in our sector, highlighting the value of UK agriculture products, as well as British research, knowledge, technology and leadership in agriculture.

The debate over the future of this key industry has for too long been about choosing between biodiversity and intensive farming. This is no longer the case. A progressive and prosperous farming industry enables the appropriate investment to support biodiversity whilst producing more from less.